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Herculaneum & the Archaelogical Area of Vesuvius

Full day tour of Herculaneum, Oplontis, Stabaie, and Boscoreale in the company of a licensed tour guide and driver from Naples or the Amalfi Coast.

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Full-day tour of the archaeological area of Vesuvius

Visit the sites of Herculaneum, Oplontis,Stabiae and Boscoreale

Gain insight into daily Roman life pre-Vesuvius eruption

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Guided Herculaneum Tour

Pompeii wasn’t the only city wiped out by the infamous Mount Vesuvius eruption in 79 AD. Herculaneum, Oplontis and Stabiae were others and you can have the chance to explore these ruins with a private English-speaking expert guide from Italy’s Best. Your private driver from Italy’s Best will pick you up from your accommodations and bring you to the site where you’ll be greeted by your private English speaking guide from Italy’s Best. The remains of Herculaneum are incredibly unusual because the city was buried in mud, which preserved the structures and furnishings. During your Herculaneum tour your expert guide will reveal the history of this marvelous site. Discovered by chance in 1709, the Greco-Roman urban landscape contains folding doors, peristyles, mosaics, paintings, household objects, and even the equivalent of a bank. The walls of the House of the Bicentenary carry the imprint of a cross, confirming that the Apostle Paul did indeed arrive in Pozzuoli in 63 AD. The Villa containing papyrus is unusual; it was the library of Caesar’s father-in-law, Lucio Calpurnio Pisone, and there were a limited number of shops.

Oplontis, Boscoreale, and Stabiae: Lesser Known Archeology Around Vesuvius

Oplontis was a residential centre for families and high-stature individuals. Excavations have revealed splendid villas with precious and exquisitely made jewels, the most renowned being Villa of Poppaea, wife of Nero, with its remarkably preserved architecture, decorations, frescoes and large and luxurious rooms. In Stabiae see the Antiquarium, eleven frescoed rooms with; floor fragments, vases and funeral objects as well as various sculptures and bronzes. Here lies the remains of the Villas of Arianna, Petreliune, Carmiano Sassole. Your last stop is Boscoreale where you’ll see remains from the cellai spaces for agricultural implements and barrels of wine, and the antiquarium which contains remains from all of the aforementioned town and thus offers detailed insight into daily Roman life. Following this, your private driver will bring you back to your accommodations.

Standing 1100ft above sea level, Ravello is one of Italy’s most stunning coastline beauties. Less hectic than other more touristic towns of the area, Ravello is the place to go for a tranquil yet charming break from the crowds. Enjoy a tour with a private English-speaking guide, including stops like Villa Rufolo, with its beautiful gardens and inspiring terrace view, and Villa Cimbrone, considered among the most important examples of English botany culture in Southern Europe. Your private driver will then take you to one of the most prestigious wine estates within the whole region, an 18th century farm located in the regional park of the “Monti Lattari.” Enjoy a tour of the estate and begin your journey into the traditions of Campania by tasting their cheese and salamis together with their red and white wines, a specialty of the region. When your pleasant visit comes to a close, your driver will return you to your accommodation.

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Embark on a full day tour of Ravello for a taste of a more tourist-free Italy

Enjoy the highlights of the city in this Naples private tour, designed to orient you to the city in the company of an expert guide.

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See prevalent Naples landmarks including the Royal Palace (outside view), Castel Nuovo, Piazza del Plebiscito and Naples’ oldest and most versatile castle, the unique Castel dell’Ovo, which has even once served as a prison under Norman rule

Take in the best panoramic views across the Bay of Naples, a fantastic photo opportunity

View the exterior of Europe’s oldest opera house, Teatro di San Carlo, dating back to the 18th century, and then cross the street to wander through the Galleria Umberto I shopping gallery